ZACS to get new training facility

The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium (ZACS) in Chattogram will see a new indoor practice facility to replace the old one that was taken down by the Chattogram Development Authority (CDA) in order to build a flyover.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) officials confirmed that two turfs from New Zealand have already arrived while two more from Australia are on the way. "One turf will be spin oriented while the other turf will encourage pace. The other two turfs will act like flat and sporting wickets,'' a ZACS official told The Daily Star.

The work on the building had been stopped during peak pandemic periods but is nearing completion with officials estimating two months till its initiation.

An official requesting anonymity said that national team stars from Chattogram will have priority while U-19 sides can also schedule sessions here. The academy, which will have separate space for backroom staff and also management, is expected to house over 40 players. The academy building will be an advantage for national team and premier division players.